How to get from Chicago to Kankakee by bus?

From Chicago to Kankakee by bus

To get from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 126 bus from Jackson & Western (East) station to Jackson & Desplaines (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FLIXBUS 2510 bus and finally take the FLIXBUS N2521 bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station to Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 17 min. The bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kankakee on the Moovit app.

377min
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Bus - FLIXBUS 2510FLIXBUS 2510
Bus - FLIXBUS N2521FLIXBUS N2521
Walk to Kankakee
Leaves from Jackson & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Western (East)
    ID 38
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Desplaines (East)
    ID 65
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - FLIXBUS 2510FLIXBUS 2510
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS 2510
    Memphis Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
    ID CPN6
    150 min
  • 7
    Bus - FLIXBUS N2521FLIXBUS N2521
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS N2521
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    ID KKE6
    80 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kankakee
    Walk to
    Kankakee
    1.85 mi • 38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago to Kankakee by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago, you’ll need to take one Chicago 'L' line and 2 bus lines: take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch) station to Clinton-Blue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FLIXBUS 2510 bus and finally take the FLIXBUS N2521 bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station to Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 11 min. The bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kankakee on the Moovit app.

371min
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - FLIXBUS 2510FLIXBUS 2510
Bus - FLIXBUS N2521FLIXBUS N2521
Walk to Kankakee
Leaves from Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
    670 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - FLIXBUS 2510FLIXBUS 2510
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS 2510
    Memphis Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
    ID CPN6
    150 min
  • 7
    Bus - FLIXBUS N2521FLIXBUS N2521
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS N2521
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    ID KKE6
    80 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kankakee
    Walk to
    Kankakee
    1.85 mi • 38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Kankakee

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Kankakee, Chicago is approximately 211.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 377 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Kankakee by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Chicago to Kankakee

To check the bus schedule from Chicago to Kankakee using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago) and destination (Kankakee), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Chicago to Kankakee by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago, you’ll need to take one Chicago 'L' line and 2 bus lines: take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch) station to Clinton-Blue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FLIXBUS 2510 bus and finally take the FLIXBUS N2521 bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station to Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 11 min. The bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kankakee on the Moovit app.

371min
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - FLIXBUS 2510FLIXBUS 2510
Bus - FLIXBUS N2521FLIXBUS N2521
Walk to Kankakee
Leaves from Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
    670 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - FLIXBUS 2510FLIXBUS 2510
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS 2510
    Memphis Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
    ID CPN6
    150 min
  • 7
    Bus - FLIXBUS N2521FLIXBUS N2521
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS N2521
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    ID KKE6
    80 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kankakee
    Walk to
    Kankakee
    1.85 mi • 38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Kankakee?

    The fastest way takes 377 minutes, using Bus line 126, Bus line FLIXBUS 2510, Bus line FLIXBUS N2521.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Kankakee?

    The alternative route takes 371 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line FLIXBUS 2510, Bus line FLIXBUS N2521.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Kankakee in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 17 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago?

    The 126 bus line goes from Jackson & Western (East) station near Chicago to Jackson & Desplaines (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Jackson & Desplaines (East) station near Kankakee in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Kankakee in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Chicago and Kankakee in Chicago by bus is about 6 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Kankakee in Chicago?

    Get on the 126 bus from the Jackson & Western (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Kankakee in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Jackson & Desplaines (East) stop, which is closest to Kankakee in Chicago.

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